Chapter 42 Fearful Challenge Accomplished

• Margaret’s POV
• I screamed as Lucy collapsed face-first onto the ground. My heart pounded violently as I rushed to her side, terrified she might have hurt her beautiful face—or worse.
• “Lucy!” I called, gently lifting her head onto my lap. She was burning with sweat, completely unresponsive. Panic clawed at my chest. We were supposed to wait for Malena to complete the welcoming ritual, but there was no way I could leave Lucy here and go back.